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2023 Yamaha MT-09

The industry benchmark in hyper naked performance and razor sharp handling with its thrilling 890cc triple-cylinder engine and radical next-generation design.

Features may include:

• Powerful 890cc Liquid-Cooled Three-Cylinder DOHC Fuel-Injected Engine.

The MT-09 features the renowned 890cc liquid-cooled CP3 engine providing outstanding torque with thrilling power delivery characteristics, all while achieving an impressive fuel efficiency of 49 MPG.

• Powerful 890cc Liquid-Cooled Three-Cylinder DOHC Fuel-Injected Engine

The MT-09 features the renowned 890cc liquid-cooled CP3 engine. Bore and stroke of 78 mm × 62.1 mm and an 11.5:1 compression ratio provide outstanding torque with thrilling power delivery characteristics. The combination of exceptional combustion efficiency and light weight results in an impressive 49 MPG.

• Lightweight Aluminum Frame

The MT-09 features an advanced, lightweight aluminum frame refined to showcase the MT's signature agility. To ensure both straight-line stability and handling performance, the balance of longitudinal, lateral and torsional rigidity are all carefully considered and finely tuned. The frame is manufactured using the latest in Yamaha’s controlled filling (CF) die casting technology which contributes to the MT-09 being one of the lightest bikes in its class at just 417 pounds.

• Aluminum Die Cast Subframe

The MT-09 also employs a controlled filling aluminum die-cast subframe that reduces weight and further contributes to the model’s signature feeling of agility.

• Next-Generation Design

With the MT-09 designers sought to better express the major advances made with the machine’s performance by visually accentuating the pure power of the bike. The minimalist design concept delivers an exterior with everything but the essentials stripped away to highlight lightness and agility while stimulating the rider's senses.

• Advanced Six-Axis IMU

The MT-09 features an advanced six-axis Inertial Measurement Unit (IMU) that retains the base performance of proven IMU in the YZF-R1 but is 50% smaller and 40% lighter due to a thorough review of the sensor layout. The engine control unit (ECU) that receives and reflects the data from the IMU is equipped with three rider aids: a Traction Control System (TCS), Slide Control System (SCS) and front-wheel LIFt control system (LIF). All three systems work together to help the rider concentrate on riding to better extract the machine’s potential. Each of the systems can also be turned on or off and have their levels of intervention adjusted to preference. With this best-in-class electronic control technology, the MT-09 gives you the ultimate control in varying weather and surface conditions.

• Rider-Supporting Traction Control System

The Traction Control System (TCS) has three modes: Mode 1, Mode 2 and Mode M for manual settings. Each mode integrates the three rider support systems by changing the degree of intervention for the TCS, SCS and LIF all at once. With Mode M, the user can select his/her preferred levels of intervention for the TCS, SCS and LIF individually.